Atty. Anthony Simon Zummer
Anthony Simon Zummer is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark and copyright law. Anthony received a M.P.L. degree from John Marshall Law School in 1959, and has been licensed for 70 years.
Patent, Trademark And Copyright Law Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 70+ Years Experience
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About Anthony Simon Zummer at a Glance
Anthony Simon Zummer is a trademark and copyright attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1956), District of Columbia (1956), and U.S. Supreme Court registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1960). Educated at John Marshall Law School (M.P.L. Purdue, 1959) and George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Anthony Simon Zummer
- Anthony Simon Zummer is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark and copyright law
- Anthony received a M.P.L. degree from John Marshall Law School in 1959, and has been licensed for 70 years
- Anthony practices in Chicago, IL
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Anthony Simon Zummer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright Law in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Chicago Choose Anthony Simon Zummer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Anthony Simon Zummer's practice in the field of trademark and copyright.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Anthony Simon Zummer brings 70+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, District of Columbia, and U.S. Supreme Court registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Anthony Simon Zummer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark and copyright, Anthony Simon Zummer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Anthony Simon Zummer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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